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   retrograde

   /ˈrɛtrə(ʊ)ɡreɪd/

   adjective

   • 1. directed or moving backwards: "a retrograde flow" Similar backwardbackwardsreverserearwarddirected backwardsretreatingretrogressiveOpposite forward
   • ▪ (of the apparent motion of a planet) in a reverse direction from normal (from east to west), resulting from the relative orbital progress of the earth and the planet.
   • ▪ (of the orbit or rotation of a planet or planetary satellite) in a reverse direction from that normal in the solar system: "the outer satellites move in retrograde orbits"
   • 2. reverting to an earlier and inferior condition: "to go back on the progress that has been made would be a retrograde step" Similar for the worseregressivenegativedownhillunwelcomeunprogressiveworseningdeterioratingdegeneratedecliningOpposite positiveforward-looking
   • ▪ (of amnesia) involving the period immediately preceding the causal event.
   • 3. (of the order of something) reversed; inverse: "the retrograde form of these inscriptions"
   • 4. (of a metamorphic change) resulting from a decrease in temperature or pressure.

   noun

   • 1. a degenerate person. rare

   verb

   • 1. go back in position or time: archaic "our history must retrograde for the space of a few pages"
   • ▪ revert to an earlier and inferior condition: "people cannot habitually trample on law and justice without retrograding toward barbarism"
   • 2. show retrograde motion: "all the planets will at some time appear to retrograde"

   Word Origin late Middle English (as a term in astronomy): from Latin retrogradus, from retro ‘backwards’ + gradus ‘step’ (from gradi ‘to walk’).

   Derivatives

   • 1. retrogradely adverb

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   What does retrograde mean in astrology?

   • retrograde (comparative more retrograde, superlative most retrograde) In a reverse direction; backwards. A movement backwards or opposite to the intended or normal motion. (astrology) The apparent movement of a planet across the sky in the opposite direction from its ordinary movement.

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   What is a retrograde view of women?

   • A retrograde view of women might be one that sees them basically as housekeepers. Mars and Jupiter show retrograde (backward) motion at some stages of their orbits, though this is only because of the way we see them from the earth, not because of any real backward movement.

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   What does it mean if a planet is in retrograde?

   • This word comes from the Latin retrogradus, meaning "going backward." You might hear retrograde used in astronomy to describe the movements of the planets. If a planet like Mercury is in retrograde, that means it appears to be moving backwards. Retrograde can also describe something that's going from better to worse.

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   What is a retrograde body?

   • Having a rotational or orbital movement that is opposite to the movement of most bodies within a celestial system. In the solar system, retrograde bodies are those that rotate or orbit in a clockwise direction (east to west) when viewed from a vantage point above the Earth's north pole. Venus, Uranus, and Pluto have retrograde rotational movements.

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   What is a retrograde melody?

   • 1. Moving or tending backward: a retrograde flow. 2. Opposite to the usual order; inverted or reversed: the retrograde form of the melody. 3. Reverting to an earlier or inferior condition: a retrograde way of thinking. 4. Astronomy a.

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   What is a retrograde movement?

   • 7. Retrograde Performing movements backwards by reversing the actions of a phrase or sequence. Kick, step, turn - turn, step, kick! 8. Body parts

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   Retrograde means backward, reversed, or contrary to the normal direction or order. It can describe motion, rotation, conduction, flow, or condition of planets, stars, nerves, blood, memories, and more.

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   1. moving or bending backwards. 2. (esp of order) reverse or inverse. 3. tending towards an earlier worse condition; declining or deteriorating. 4. astronomy. a. occurring or orbiting in a direction opposite to that of the earth's motion around the sun. Compare direct (sense 18) b.

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   Retrograde means moving backward, inverse, or opposite. It can describe the motion of planets, stars, or satellites, or the condition of something that declines or deteriorates. Learn more about the word history, synonyms, and related terms of retrograde.

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   Retrograde describes moving in a backwards or reverse direction. If you're suddenly told that you can no longer vote because you're a woman, that's a retrograde affront to your civil rights. Start protesting! This word comes from the Latin retrogradus, meaning "going backward."

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   Retrograde means moving or tending backward, opposite to the usual order, or declining to a worse condition. It also refers to the orbital or rotational motion of some celestial bodies in the direction opposite to most others.

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   Retrograde means making a situation worse rather than better. Learn how to use this word in different contexts, such as astronomy, grammar, and politics, with Collins Dictionary.

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    Sep 30, 2024 · retrograde (plural retrogrades) A movement backwards or opposite to the intended or normal motion. (astrology) The apparent movement of a planet across the sky in the opposite direction from its ordinary movement. One who opposes social reform, favouring the maintenance of the status quo; a conservative.